May weather forecast
Bethlehem, NH

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Bethlehem, is a refreshing month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 62.6°F (17°C) and an average low of 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Temperature

The shift from April to May is characterized by a clear increase in the average high-temperature, escalating from a frosty 46.9°F (8.3°C) to an enjoyable 62.6°F (17°C). Throughout May, Bethlehem's nights cool down to an average of 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Humidity

The least humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In Bethlehem, in May, it is raining for 17.4 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 164.3 rainfall days, and 29.45" (748mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.9 snowfall days, in May, Bethlehem aggregates 1.22" (31mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 99.6 snowfall days, and 57.68" (1465mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Bethlehem, New Hampshire, is 14h and 48min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:05 am and sunset at 8:23 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Bethlehem, the average sunshine in May is 8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 4 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Bethlehem in May?

The high-temperature in Bethlehem during May is 62.6°F (17°C) and the low-temperature is 41.9°F (5.5°C).

What is the least humid month?

The least humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in May?

In Bethlehem, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Bethlehem, during May, the rain falls for 17.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Bethlehem?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.9 snowfall days, in May, Bethlehem aggregates 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Bethlehem have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 48min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:05 am and sunset at 8:23 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Bethlehem have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In Bethlehem, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Bethlehem, NH

Average temperature in May - Bethlehem, NH
  • Average high temperature in May: 62.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 41.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (54.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Bethlehem, NH

Average pressure in May - Bethlehem, NH
  • Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Bethlehem, NH

Average wind speed in May - Bethlehem, NH
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Bethlehem, NH

Average humidity in May - Bethlehem, NH
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Bethlehem, NH

Average rainfall in May - Bethlehem, NH
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.09").

Average rainfall days in May
Bethlehem, NH

Average rainfall days in May - Bethlehem, NH
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Bethlehem, NH

Average snowfall in May - Bethlehem, NH
  • Average snowfall in May: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (13.58").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Bethlehem, NH

Average snowfall days in May - Bethlehem, NH
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Bethlehem, NH

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Bethlehem, NH
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Bethlehem, NH

Average sunshine days in May - Bethlehem, NH
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Bethlehem, NH

Average UV index in May - Bethlehem, NH
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Bethlehem, NH

Average cloud cover in May - Bethlehem, NH
  • Average cloud cover in May: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 71).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in May
Bethlehem, NH

Average visibility in May - Bethlehem, NH
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, October and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, September and December (4mi).

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